Recommend a Torch?

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02-02-2012, 10:18 PM
Buggy Chief

Recommend a Torch?

I have the PP205 and it came with the 26 torch. Very Bulky and I may have carpletunel before it is over with. New to Welding and I noticed some people have leaned toward the CK flex. I do like their super flex cable.

This may be a redundant thread, but looking for advice for best cost and being able to use my current consumables in a new torch? Thanks for any input.
02-02-2012, 11:34 PM
Titan winch

I can not give a recomendation in regards to the CK torches but for size i can tell you the WP17 flex neck that we have is a nice torch and your consumables will fit.
Cheers
02-02-2012, 11:53 PM
zoama

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buggy Chief

I have the PP205 and it came with the 26 torch. Very Bulky and I may have carpletunel before it is over with. New to Welding and I noticed some people have leaned toward the CK flex. I do like their super flex cable.

This may be a redundant thread, but looking for advice for best cost and being able to use my current consumables in a new torch? Thanks for any input.

You can find a cheaper setup, but this one will make you happy. Trim the gas line on the dinse to the length you want and push the male quick connect from the oem torch into it.... no clamp needed... apply heat shrink and start welding.

12.5' cable http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9060
25' cable http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9070
Dinse connector http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9100
02-03-2012, 12:21 AM
Buggy Chief

Thanks. Will the everlast 26 consumables fit this setup and is the cable super flex? Not a bad price. The only thing is that I want to preserve my existing torch, so where would I get a quick connect for the gas?
02-03-2012, 12:42 AM
Jake98

The one on the 200DX is a water cool quick-connector.
02-03-2012, 12:50 AM
zoama

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Originally Posted by Buggy Chief

Thanks. Will the everlast 26 consumables fit this setup and is the cable super flex? Not a bad price. The only thing is that I want to preserve my existing torch, so where would I get a quick connect for the gas?

Yes, 26 consumables fit this setup... cables are super flex and everlast sells the quick connects. Also note that CK torches are rated the same in AC as DC... many others are rated 20% lower in AC.
02-03-2012, 01:03 AM
Buggy Chief

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Originally Posted by zoama585

Yes, 26 consumables fit this setup... cables are super flex and everlast sells the quick connects. Also note that CK torches are rated the same in AC as DC... many others are rated 20% lower in AC.

Great Point! I think you have sold me. Is this the torch that you have? Is is more like a 17 or 20 size? Finally, do you recommend a gas saver setup from CK?

Thanks again for the input.
02-03-2012, 01:43 AM
zoama

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Originally Posted by Buggy Chief

Great Point! I think you have sold me. Is this the torch that you have? Is is more like a 17 or 20 size? Finally, do you recommend a gas saver setup from CK?

Thanks again for the input.

I have a CK130... the 210 trimline that I suggested is not much bigger. I don't recommend the CK gas saver setup... I prefer to buy import pieces that work just as well at a much lower price. Buy a five pack of gas lenses for the smallest tungsten size you'll need and drill them up to any size larger as needed. In other words you can buy import 1/16 gas lenses and drill them to 3/32 or 1/8.
I do recomend the CK wedge collets. They'll probably last forever and work perfectly with import gas lenses.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSgys...rSzd4w4a2LOanJ
02-03-2012, 10:36 AM
Buggy Chief

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoama585

I have a CK130... the 210 trimline that I suggested is not much bigger. I don't recommend the CK gas saver setup... I prefer to buy import pieces that work just as well at a much lower price. Buy a five pack of gas lenses for the smallest tungsten size you'll need and drill them up to any size larger as needed. In other words you can buy import 1/16 gas lenses and drill them to 3/32 or 1/8.
I do recomend the CK wedge collets. They'll probably last forever and work perfectly with import gas lenses.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSgysqH_jcY&feature=plcp&context=C3730698U DOEgsToPDskJUbPLZvFrSzd4w4a2LOanJ

Thanks for the info. I will place my order today!
02-03-2012, 04:02 PM
Joe from NY

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoama585

You can find a cheaper setup, but this one will make you happy. Trim the gas line on the dinse to the length you want and push the male quick connect from the oem torch into it.... no clamp needed... apply heat shrink and start welding.

12.5' cable http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9060
25' cable http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9070
Dinse connector http://www.arc-zone.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=9100

Would those torches fit the 200DX dinse connector lug? What size consumables fit them?
02-03-2012, 09:20 PM
Injected65

I don't know if you have already purchased a torch, but I have a new CK for sale in the classifieds if you are interested.

http://www.everlastgenerators.com/fo...inse-connector

Chris
02-03-2012, 09:55 PM
zoama

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe from NY

Would those torches fit the 200DX dinse connector lug? What size consumables fit them?

The cable won't fit your oem dinse but the CK dinse I listed for this torch package will fit your machine. 17 - 18 - 26 size consumables fit them (CK calls them 3 series)
02-04-2012, 01:26 AM
Buggy Chief

Quote:

Originally Posted by Injected65

I don't know if you have already purchased a torch, but I have a new CK for sale in the classifieds if you are interested.

http://www.everlastgenerators.com/fo...inse-connector

Chris

Thanks for the offer. I, like you, am opting for the flex head.
02-04-2012, 01:49 AM
zoama

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Originally Posted by Buggy Chief

Thanks for the offer. I, like you, am opting for the flex head.

... opting for the flex head, short slim handle and most importantly the superflex cable.
02-04-2012, 02:05 AM
Buggy Chief

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Originally Posted by zoama585

... opting for the flex head, short slim handle and most importantly the superflex cable.

I am excited to get the CK setup. Thanks for all of you advice!!!
02-04-2012, 06:44 AM
jakeru

Buggy - you're going to be happy with the CK Trimline 210. Its what I use and really, I don't think there is a better option for 200 amp @ 60% duty cycle (or less) machine.
02-04-2012, 11:09 AM
Buggy Chief

Quote:

Originally Posted by jakeru

Buggy - you're going to be happy with the CK Trimline 210. Its what I use and really, I don't think there is a better option for 200 amp @ 60% duty cycle (or less) machine.

Thanks Jakeru. Where did you buy yours? Just trying to get the best price.
02-04-2012, 08:29 PM
jakeru

My local welding supplier, Central Welding, is a CK dealer, and I had them special order it for me. They seem to have a really good hook up on CK products. The welding supplier uses CK as their primary brand for TIG consumables, and CK is also somewhat local. It also doesn't hurt having the nice account with them that I do.

I did the research on what I wanted by myself, and just gave them the exact CK part numbers I wanted. I just dug out the invoice. The Trimline 210 with the 12' super flex cable and flex head "CK TL2112HSFFX" ran me $105 + sales tax.
02-04-2012, 08:55 PM
Buggy Chief

Quote:

Originally Posted by jakeru

My local welding supplier, Central Welding, is a CK dealer, and I had them special order it for me. They seem to have a really good hook up on CK products. The welding supplier uses CK as their primary brand for TIG consumables, and CK is also somewhat local. It also doesn't hurt having the nice account with them that I do.

I did the research on what I wanted by myself, and just gave them the exact CK part numbers I wanted. I just dug out the invoice. The Trimline 210 with the 12' super flex cable and flex head "CK TL2112HSFFX" ran me $105 + sales tax.

That's awesome!! Thanks for the input!!